Audra Leek
Ripley,TN
Summary
Focused Correctional facilities professional versed in maintaining safety and order in high-tension environments. Completes head counts and cell inspections to meet objectives and promote continuous safety. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
TDOC
Henning, TN
03.2013 - 10.2024
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, and other activities.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Served as liaison between families of inmates ensuring they were kept informed about their loved ones' progress in custody.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
Cashier
Dollar General
Henning, TN
06.2012 - 02.2013
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Adhered to loss prevention policies such as monitoring suspicious activity in order to prevent shoplifting.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Education
High School Diploma -
Covington High School
Covington, TN05-1992
Affiliations
I like crafting and reading books in my spare time. Spending time with my grown children and their spouses. Playing card games with family and friends. Hosting parties, planning family events, walking and exercising.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
TDOC
03.2013 - 10.2024
Cashier
Dollar General
06.2012 - 02.2013
High School Diploma -
Covington High School